Criminal Legal Assistant

Do you have a passion for helping clients and their families during some of life's most challenging moments? Do you naturally build trust and connect with people from all walks of life? Are you driven to achieve goals while going above and beyond to deliver exceptional service?

If you are seeking an opportunity to join a professional law firm that values teamwork, service, and excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Manuel Diaz Law Firm, PC. is a multi-practice law firm dedicated to guiding and empowering our community through exceptional legal services. We are seeking a self-motivated, bilingual (English/Spanish) Legal Assistant to join our Criminal Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Legal Assistant will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney. As a regular part of this role, the Legal Assistant will accompany attorneys to court proceedings, jail visits, client meetings, and other case-related appointments to provide Spanish/English interpretation and support, in addition to performing in-office responsibilities. Other responsibilities include:

• Accompany attorneys to court appearances, jail visits, client meetings, and other case-related appointments as needed.
• Provide accurate Spanish/English interpretation for attorneys, clients, witnesses, and other individuals during in-office and out-of-office meetings and proceedings.
• Assist with the translation of legal documents, correspondence, and other case-related materials between English and Spanish.
• Provide administrative support to attorneys and enhance office effectiveness.
• Communicate professionally with clients, witnesses, court personnel, and other parties regarding case-related matters.
• Administratively support and attend trials when needed.
• Gather, organize, and maintain case-related information and documentation.
• Prepare and file basic legal documents, correspondence, and other case materials under attorney supervision.
• Manage attorney calendars and monitor court dates, hearings, appointments, and case deadlines.
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic and physical case files.
• Answer and direct telephone calls.
• Other duties may be assigned by the Associate Attorney, Managing Attorney for the Criminal Department, or the Chief Legal Officer.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Fluency in English and Spanish is required, with the ability to effectively interpret conversations in a professional and legal setting.
• Experience as legal assistant or legal secretary
• Familiarity with legal terminology, court procedures, and the court system.
• Ability and willingness to regularly travel to courts, jails, detention facilities, and other case-related locations with attorneys.
• Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office
• Computer literacy
• Working knowledge of case management software
• Excellent secretarial and organizational skills
• Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure

Position Requirements:

• Ability and willingness to accompany attorneys to court appearances, jail and detention facility visits, client meetings, and other case-related locations as needed. 
• Ability to provide Spanish/English interpretation in court, jail, client, and other professional settings. 
• Willingness to work both in-office and out-of-office based on case and attorney needs. 
• Ability to adapt to court schedules, hearings, appointments, and other case-related scheduling needs. 
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to various locations as required for the position. 
• Ability to maintain professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality while interacting with clients and handling sensitive criminal matters. 
• Ability to work effectively in environments such as courthouses, jails, and detention facilities and comply with applicable security procedures and facility requirements.

** IMPORTANT: TO APPLY **

Please follow all application instructions carefully. Attention to detail is an important part of this role.

Do not apply through the contact information on our website. If you do, you will not be considered and will be disqualified.

TO APPLY: Apply through this posting. 

Hourly Pay: Competitive hourly pay based on relevant experience.

Job Type: Full-time

MDLF currently offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays as designated by the firm
• 401 (k)

Aside from a competitive salary and benefits package, at Manuel Diaz Law Firm, PC we believe every role contributes to our mission of guiding and empowering our community. We foster a collaborative, supportive workplace where team members are encouraged to learn, grow, and live our Core Values every day:

• Golden Rule
• Positive Mental Attitude
• Go Above and Beyond

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: MDLF FTW (Macon St.) Office